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Friends of GALA is a nonprofit organization that ensures the students at Girls Academic Leadership Academy (GALA), an all girls public school in California, are prepared to take their place as leaders in creative and innovative STEM fields.

// NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP SEMI-FINALIST // We are incredibly proud to celebrate GALA Senior, Audrey, who has been na...
09/18/2026

// NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP SEMI-FINALIST // We are incredibly proud to celebrate GALA Senior, Audrey, who has been named a 2027 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist!

This prestigious academic honor recognizes approximately 16,000 students nationwide — about 1% of U.S. high school seniors — based on outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT. Semifinalists represent some of the highest-scoring students in their state and have the opportunity to continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships.

In addition to being an exceptional scholar, Audrey is a member of the GALA Varsity Tennis Team, serves as Yearbook Assistant Photography Editor, participates in Sea Scouts and Girl Scouts, and is working toward her Gold Award. She is also a research intern at UCLA SEALab and is passionate about environmental science.

Audrey embodies the curiosity, leadership, determination, and excellence we celebrate at GALA. We are so proud of all that she has accomplished!

Congratulations, Audrey! 💜 Go Goddesses!
Girls Academic Leadership Acad
NationalMeritSemifinalist STEMinist

// CELEBRATE // Los Angeles Unified ~ We celebrate the stories, cultures and contributions that have shaped America an...
09/18/2026

// CELEBRATE // Los Angeles Unified ~ We celebrate the stories, cultures and contributions that have shaped America and continue to inspire generations.

This Latino/a Heritage Month, we honor the trailblazers who opened doors, celebrated their roots and helped shape the world we know today, while celebrating the students and communities carrying those stories forward.

𝑩𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒚 𝒅𝒊𝒅, 𝒘𝒆 𝒄𝒂𝒏.

// GALA SCHOOL TOURS // Tour season has begun! Check out the latest Girls Academic Leadership Acad post about Applying f...
09/18/2026

// GALA SCHOOL TOURS // Tour season has begun! Check out the latest Girls Academic Leadership Acad post about
Applying for the 2027-2028 school year!


📚 Back to School Night at GALA!FoGALA was proud to be represented at Back to School Night! 💜✨It was a wonderful opportun...
09/03/2026

📚 Back to School Night at GALA!
FoGALA was proud to be represented at Back to School Night! 💜✨
It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with GALA families, highlight the impact of Annual Give, network with our amazing community, and—of course—get a glimpse inside our scholars’ classrooms!
We’re excited for another incredible year of supporting GALA and our Goddesses. 🌟

💜 One for all. All for one. 💜FoGALA’s Annual Giving Campaign is happening NOW!Our families chose GALA because we expect ...
08/31/2026

💜 One for all. All for one. 💜
FoGALA’s Annual Giving Campaign is happening NOW!
Our families chose GALA because we expect more from our public school—and your support helps make that possible. Every dollar helps provide the programs, opportunities, and experiences that empower our Goddesses to become brilliant, powerful women who WILL change the world.
Every family. Every gift. Every Goddess. That’s the power of one for all, all for one.

Please make your meaningful gift today and help us continue to make GALA exceptional!
Donate today. Invest in her future. 💜

Link to donate: http://www.fogala.org/donate

A massive, warm welcome to GALA’s brand new Principal, Dr. Brown! 👑✨ :As GALA enters this exciting new chapter, we could...
07/23/2026

A massive, warm welcome to GALA’s brand new Principal, Dr. Brown! 👑✨
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As GALA enters this exciting new chapter, we could not be more thrilled to welcome an educational leader who is fiercely passionate about inspiring young women to innovate, lead, and change the world. 💜
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Veronica Bedell Brown Girls Academic Leadership Acad

💜 Celebrating the Village Behind GALA 💜 Student success at GALA is powered by a community that shows up. Today, we were ...
06/01/2026

💜 Celebrating the Village Behind GALA 💜 Student success at GALA is powered by a community that shows up. Today, we were proud to celebrate our amazing parent volunteers with a brunch!
Their impact, combined with the generosity of FoGALA donors, creates opportunities, enriches student experiences, and helps our scholars thrive.

GALA’s parent volunteer rate is off the charts. 📈

To every volunteer and donor who believes in GALA’s mission: thank you for investing in the future of girls’ education. Together, you’re helping our students reach their full potential. 💜✨

05/19/2026

🎓✨ College Signing Day at GALA is one of our favorite traditions as we celebrate the amazing Class of 2026 and another continued milestone achievement: 💯% graduation and college acceptance rate.
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A special part of the day is seeing students surprise graduating seniors with thoughtful gifts and encouragement as they prepare for their next chapter. 💜
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Friends of GALA supports the programs and opportunities that continue to uplift GALA students.
Congratulations, Class of 2026 — we can’t wait to see what you accomplish next! 🌟

Congratulations to Dr. Hicks on receiving the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools Founders’ Award — the organizati...
05/15/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Hicks on receiving the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools Founders’ Award — the organization’s highest honor recognizing a lifetime of extraordinary leadership in girls’ education. 👏✨

Through her visionary leadership at , Dr. Hicks has helped create a nationally recognized model for girls in STEM, opening doors and expanding possibilities for countless students.

Friends of GALA is proud to celebrate this incredible achievement and Dr. Hicks’ lasting impact on girls’ education around the world. 💜

04/09/2026

✨🏫☀️Meet Principal Dr. Ackerman-Hicks from Girls Academic Leadership Academy, a 2026 Principal of the Year Finalist. Principal Dr. Ackerman-Hicks is representing LAschoolsSouth. Congratulations!

To view finalists, visit http://lausd.org/POY

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2328 St. James Place
Los Angeles, CA
90007

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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